JK, I use capital chunks like that to buy small MF, force appreciation, and trade up into new projects (2-3 year timeline on each).

Thoughts on this method as a first time property owner? 

., and then once you've found a good trade ask them if they know any others that provide the same quality they do.2. 

I'm a journeyman electrician by trade.

Im starting to apply for jobs in tech (only to have income for a loan) but I’m a little hesitant to start trading my time for money again.

Don't let schooling interfere with your education -- Mark TwainHouse hacking:House Hacking is a great method to get started.

If you need cash flow in 5 years, and are planning to trade up anyway, then finding the best total returns should get you where you want to go quicker. 

Don't trust someone that claims to be a jack of all trades because they'll be a master of none.

I could've negotiated for a better deal.There are better ways to Invest the Money I put down like the BRRR Method but I need to learn that Method now Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Anyone in the area have success with this method?